New York City: The Big Apple
Our A+ Tour collection features exclusive educational programming and immersive experiences that you can only get through EF–they are rated exceptionally high by educators who travel with us.
Immerse yourself in the pulsating heart of American culture, where the stage is set and the torch is lit for an unforgettable soirée. Be swept away by the magic of a Broadway show, where the lights, music, and talent fuse into a spectacle that captures the essence of New York’s artistic soul. Hop on the ferry to Ellis Island, a main port of call for the untold millions who journeyed to The New World in search of prosperity, and hope. Marvel at the vast collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, a far-spanning showcase of human creativity across thousands of years and countless civilizations. For a taste of local life, the optional Turnstile Food Cart Tour offers a culinary mosaic as diverse as the city itself, and the exclusive 9/11 Tribute Association Survivor-Led Tour provides a poignant glimpse into resilience and remembrance. This tour is your gateway to the myriad wonders of New York City, promising a rich blend of education and excitement that just might have you and your travellers admitting "I Love New York!".
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Day 1: Travel to New York City
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationWalking Tour of Midtown
- United Nations Headquarters
- Grand Central Terminal
- Fifth Avenue
- Rockefeller Center
- St. Patrick's Cathedral
Enjoy views of New York City from one its iconic skyscrapers, which may include:
- Empire State Building Observatory
- Edge at Hudson Yards
- One World Observatory
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Day 2: New York City
Visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
- Marvel at the 151-foot model engineered by Alexandre Gustav Eiffel, of Eiffel Tower fame
- Explore the Ellis Island Immigration Museum
Add this in-depth excursion:
9/11 Tribute Association Survivor-Led Tour
Take a guided tour of the 9/11 Memorial and hear powerful stories from survivors as they share their experiences before, during, and after the September 11 attacks.
Visit the 9/11 Memorial and Museum -
Day 3: New York City
Take a guided tour of New York City
- Greenwich Village
- SoHo
- Chinatown
- Little Italy
Add this in-depth excursion:
Turnstile Food Cart Tour
Enjoy an immersive food cart tour led by our partner, Turnstile Tours. You’ll sample foods ranging from Bengali kati rolls to halal chicken and rice, meet working street vendors, and discover how vendors play an essential role in feeding their communities.
Metropolitan Museum of ArtVisit Times Square
Attend a Broadway show (based on a select list of current shows)
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Day 4: New York City • Depart for home
Museum of Natural HistoryStop to see Central Park
Add 2 more days
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Day 4: New York City
Museum of Natural HistoryStop to see Central Park
Add this in-depth excursion:
Turnstile Food Cart Tour
Enjoy an immersive food cart tour led by our partner, Turnstile Tours. You’ll sample foods ranging from Bengali kati rolls to halal chicken and rice, meet working street vendors, and discover how vendors play an essential role in feeding their communities.
Add this in-depth excursion:
Drama Workshop
Play thespian and pick up a few pointers during a theater and improv workshop led by an experienced actor. Afterwards, participate in a Q&A to learn more about what life is like for an actor in New York City.
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Day 5: New York City
Tour of Madison Square Garden or Radio City Music Hall
Take a guided tour of Harlem
- General Grant National Memorial
- Cathedral of St. John the Divine
- Columbia University
Apollo Theater Tour
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Day 6: New York City • Depart for home
Museum of the Moving Image: Exhibition Tour
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Day 1: Travel to New York City
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationWalking Tour of Midtown
- United Nations Headquarters
- Grand Central Terminal
- Fifth Avenue
- Rockefeller Center
- St. Patrick's Cathedral
Enjoy views of New York City from one its iconic skyscrapers, which may include:
- Empire State Building Observatory
- Edge at Hudson Yards
- One World Observatory
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Day 2: New York City
Visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
- Marvel at the 151-foot model engineered by Alexandre Gustav Eiffel, of Eiffel Tower fame
- Explore the Ellis Island Immigration Museum
Add this in-depth excursion:
9/11 Tribute Association Survivor-Led Tour
Take a guided tour of the 9/11 Memorial and hear powerful stories from survivors as they share their experiences before, during, and after the September 11 attacks.
Visit the 9/11 Memorial and Museum -
Day 3: New York City
Take a guided tour of New York City
- Greenwich Village
- SoHo
- Chinatown
- Little Italy
Add this in-depth excursion:
Turnstile Food Cart Tour
Enjoy an immersive food cart tour led by our partner, Turnstile Tours. You’ll sample foods ranging from Bengali kati rolls to halal chicken and rice, meet working street vendors, and discover how vendors play an essential role in feeding their communities.
Metropolitan Museum of ArtVisit Times Square
Attend a Broadway show (based on a select list of current shows)
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Day 4: New York City • Depart for home
Museum of Natural HistoryStop to see Central Park
Add 2 more days
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Day 4: New York City
Museum of Natural HistoryStop to see Central Park
Add this in-depth excursion:
Turnstile Food Cart Tour
Enjoy an immersive food cart tour led by our partner, Turnstile Tours. You’ll sample foods ranging from Bengali kati rolls to halal chicken and rice, meet working street vendors, and discover how vendors play an essential role in feeding their communities.
Add this in-depth excursion:
Drama Workshop
Play thespian and pick up a few pointers during a theater and improv workshop led by an experienced actor. Afterwards, participate in a Q&A to learn more about what life is like for an actor in New York City.
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Day 5: New York City
Tour of Madison Square Garden or Radio City Music Hall
Take a guided tour of Harlem
- General Grant National Memorial
- Cathedral of St. John the Divine
- Columbia University
Apollo Theater Tour
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Day 6: New York City • Depart for home
Museum of the Moving Image: Exhibition Tour
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Transportation
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Hotels
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Meals
Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavors to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches are left for you to discover new favourite dishes of your own.
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Full-time Tour Director
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Expert Local Guides
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Customary gratuities
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Overnight security
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Continuous Support
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